Epic ADT (Prelude)
A comprehensive health record system.
Overview
Epic's Admission, Discharge, and Transfer (ADT) system, known as Prelude, is a foundational component of their integrated electronic health record suite. It serves as the patient's entry point into the healthcare system, managing patient identity, registration, scheduling, and bed management. It is designed for large hospitals and health systems to streamline patient flow and ensure accurate data capture from the very beginning of the patient journey.
✨ Key Features
- Patient Registration
- Bed Management
- Patient Movement Tracking
- Insurance Eligibility Verification
- Scheduling
- Discharge Planning
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration across a single, unified platform
- Strong focus on large, academic medical centers
Unique Value: Provides a single, unified patient record and administrative workflow across the entire continuum of care.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Streamlining patient registration in large hospitals
- Managing bed census and availability across a health system
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small independent practices
- Organizations seeking a standalone, low-cost ADT system
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more tightly integrated ecosystem compared to competitors that often rely on acquiring and integrating disparate systems.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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